Diploma in Information Systems (Business Computing)

Aspiring to lead a career in business as either an IT practitioner or business manager?
Equip yourself with a unique combination of the computational skills and management expertise.

overview

This multidisciplinary programme combines the fundamentals of computing and business. It aims to equip students with technical skills in systems analysis and design, information processing and analytics, as well as essential business knowledge in accounting, marketing, and management.

Graduates of the programme are expected to be IT professionals with software and related skills coupled with a good knowledge of how businesses function. They would also be capable of creating a competitive advantage in business by developing meaningful business solutions with the use of cutting-edge technologies to support the tactical, operational, and strategic needs of a business.

Upon successful completion, the student is eligible to apply for a top-up with our partner University in Malaysia.

key facts

Duration

Full Time: 3 Years

Part Time: 3 Years

Starting

March 2025

Location

Ebene Campus

Entry Requirements

3 credits including Maths at SC level or GCE ‘O’ Level, in different subjects in up to two sittings.

** Student not having credit in Maths may still apply, but shall be required to take an additional module “Foundation Maths”

Course Content

Year 1

Semester 1
Introduction to Accounting
Introduction to Computing
Problem Solving and Programming
Decision Support with Spreadsheets
Computing Mathematics I
Cognitive Process and Problem Solving


Semester 2
Introduction to Finance
Computer Architecture
Information Systems
Computing Mathematics II
Cyberpreneurship
Systems Analysis and Design


Semester 3
Business Statistics I
Computer Ethics and Management
Issues in Mauritian Economy

Year 2

Semester 1
Database Management Systems
Management Information Systems
Networking Fundamentals
Basic Concepts of Marketing
Introduction to Management
Elective 1

Semester 2
Operating Systems Concepts
Introduction to Economics
e-Business Management
Introduction to Human Resource Management
Operation Management
Elective 2
Semester 3
Final Year Project
Co-Curriculum
Elective 3

Year 3

Semester 1
Practical Training

Awarding Body

University Malaysia of Computer Science & Engineering

Career Opportunities

Upon successful completion of the course you can apply for the following roles:

  • Technical Sales and Marketing
  • Business Analyst
  • IT Consultant
  • Helpdesk / User Support

Fees

The cost of the course will vary according to the mode of delivery (full time/part time) you will opt. We are one of the institutions offering the same course at a very affordable price that suit your budget. Should you wish to sit for an examination, additional fees will be applicable depending on the examination centre.

Application Fee: Rs 1,000

Admin Fee: Rs 6,500

If you have not completed any recognised Diploma or Degree before, then you will definitely enjoy the privilege under the Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES) for the whole duration of course, offered by the Ministry of Education, Tertiary Education, Science and Technology. Only Application and Administration fee will be applicable.

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